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Corn in a Cup Recipe

A simple and delicious corn in a cup recipe perfect for a quick snack.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups Corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup Cotija cheese crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. Boil the corn kernels in a pot of water for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
  2. 2. Drain the corn and divide it equally into cups.
  3. 3. Add a spoonful of mayonnaise to each cup and mix well.
  4. 4. Sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese on top.
  5. 5. Add a pinch of chili powder and a squeeze of lime juice to each cup.
  6. 6. Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Corn, Easy
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